Getting the voices right: a conversation with Robert Morgan about 'The Gardner's Son.'(Interview)

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The authors question Southern novelist and poet Robert Morgan about the portrayal of Southerners in the 'The Gardener's Son,' which was aired on public broadcasting stations. Morgan praised the show's portrayal of Southerners, especially the way the characters speak. Morgan praises the writing of screen play author Cormac McCarthy.

Television programs, Southern States, Authors, American, American writers, The Gardner's Son (Television program), Morgan, Robert

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Mike Nichols's film adaptation of 'Primary Colors'

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Mike Nichols's adaptation of 'Primary Colors' demonstrates his ability to combine commercial success with artistic vision. This motion picture may well be a classic in its carefully balanced portrayal of a sexually obsessed presidential candidate who is essentially motivated by his concern for people.

Political campaigns, Critical Essay, Primary Colors (Motion picture), Nichols, Mike

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Losing Home: a conversation with Ted Tally about 'All the Pretty Horses.'(Interview)

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Screenwriter Ted Tally talks about adapting Southern author Cormac McCarthy's 'All the Pretty Horses' into a film. The producer, Billy Bob Thornton, Tally and most of the actors were familiar with McCarthy's work and worked together to make the adaptation a success.

Appreciation, Screenwriters, All the Pretty Horses (Motion picture), Tally, Ted

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